Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Galax City, VA

The map below shows majority race by area in Galax City, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on Galax City racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

Galax City, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Galax City overall is white, making up 74.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 18.8%. There are more white people in the southwest areas of the county. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the southeast places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in Galax City
Race
Galax City, VA Population
White
74.5%
Hispanic
18.8%
Black
3.9%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
0.1%
Other
2.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Galax City, VA Population
White
74.5%
Hispanic
18.8%
Black
3.9%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
0.1%
Other
2.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Galax City, VA

The map below shows diversity in Galax City. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the county would both be considered lacking diversity.

Galax City, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Galax City Diversity Score

73

With a diversity score of 73 out of 100, Galax City is more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Galax City's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of Galax City.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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